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Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
User’s Guide
Monitor model: SE2018HL / SE2218HL
Regulatory model: SE2018HLf, SE2218HLf
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Notes, Cautions and Warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make
better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of
data if instructions are not followed.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal
injury, or death.
Copyright © 2020 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are
of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.
2020 - 01
Rev. A01
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Contents
About your monitor..............................................5
Package contents.........................................................5
Product features..........................................................6
Identifying features and controls....................................7
Monitor specifications...................................................9
Power Management Modes...........................................14
Pin assignments..........................................................16
Plug and play capability.................................................17
LCD monitor quality and pixel policy...............................17
Maintenance guidelines...............................................17
Setting up the monitor........................................18
Attaching the monitor stand.........................................18
Connecting your monitor..............................................19
Organizing cables........................................................19
Removing the monitor stand........................................20
Wall mounting (Optional).............................................21
Operating your monitor......................................22
Turning on the monitor.................................................22
Using the front panel controls .....................................22
Using the on-screen display (OSD) menu......................24
Setting the maximum resolution...................................39
Using tilt.....................................................................41
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Troubleshooting...........................................................42
Self-test.................................................................42
Built-in diagnostics......................................................43
Common problems......................................................44
Product-specific problems...........................................45
Appendix.......................................................47
Safety instructions......................................................47
FCC notices (U.S. Only) and other
regulatory information ................................................47
Contact Dell................................................................47
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About your monitor
Package contents
Your monitor ships with the components indicated in the table. Ensure that you have received
all the components and see Contact Dell if anything is missing.
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
Some features may not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: To set up Stand from any other source, refer to the documentation
comes with the Stand for instruction.
Component image
Component description
Monitor
Stand Riser
Stand Base
VESA™ Screw Cover
Power cable (varies by country)
VGA cable
Quick Setup Guide
•
Safety and Regulatory Information
•
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Product features
The Dell SE2018HL / SE2218HL at-panel display has an active matrix, Thin-
Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display and LED backlight. The monitor’s
features include:
SE2018HL: 49.41 cm (19.5 in.) diagonal viewable image size, 1600 x 900
resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
SE2218HL: 54.69 cm (21.53 in.) diagonal viewable image size, 1920 x 1080
resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
Tilt adjustment capability.
Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA)
100 mm mounting holes for exible mounting solutions.
Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen
optimization.
Security lock slot.
Asset Management Capability.
CECP (for China).
RoHS compliant.
Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real
time.
Analog backlight dimming control for icker free display.
Possible long- term eects if blue light emission from the monitor may cause
damage to the eyes, including eye fatigue or digital eye strain. ComfortView
feature is designed to reduce the amount of blue light emitted from the
monitor to help optimize eye comfort.
Optimize eye comfort with a icker - free screen.
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Identifying features and controls
Front view
SE2018HL/SE2218HL
122
Label
1
Back view
SE2018HL/SE2218HL
Function buttons
Power On/O button
(with LED indicator)
1
2
3
Without monitor stand With monitor stand
Description
Use
For more information, see Operating
the Monitor.
To turn the monitor On or O.
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Label
1
2
Description
VESA mounting holes
(100 mm)
Security lock slot
Use
To mount the monitor.
Secures monitor with security lock
(security lock not included).
Barcode serial number label
3
Cable-management slot
4
Side view
Bottom view, without monitor stand
Refer to this label if you need to
contact Dell for technical support.
Use to organize cables by placing
them through the slot.
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Label
1
2
3
AC power connector
VGA connector
Dell soundbar mounting
slots
Description
Use
To connect the monitor power cable.
To connect your computer to the
monitor using a VGA cable.
To attach the optional Dell Soundbar.
Monitor specications
Model SE2018HL SE2218HL
Screen type
Panel type
Viewable image
Diagonal
Active area:
Horizontal
Vertical
Area
Pixel pitch
Viewing angle:
Horizontal
Vertical
Luminance output
Contrast ratio
Display screen coating Anti-glare with 3H hardness
Backlight
Response time
Color depth
Color gamut
Built-in devices
Active matrix-TFT LCD Active matrix-TFT LCD
TN TN
494.1 ± 0.02 mm
(19.5 ± 0.05 in.)
432.0 ± 1.92 mm
(17.0 ± 0.08 in.)
239.76 ± 3.42 mm
(9.44 ± 0.13 in.)
102552.65 ± 1050 mm²
(158.84 ± 1.56 in.²)
0.2712 ± 0.0012 x
0.2626 ± 0.0074 mm
90° (typical)
50° to 65° (typical)
200 cd/m² (typical)
600 to 1 (typical)
White LED edgelight system
5 ms typical (white to black, black to white)
16.7 million colors
72% of NTSC(typical)
N/A
546.86 mm(21.53 in.)
476.64 mm
(18.77 in.)
268.11 mm
(10.56 in.)
127791.95 mm²
(198.21 in.²)
0.248 x 0.248 mm
90° (typical)
50° to 65° (typical)
** SE2018HL / SE2218HL color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (85 %) and
CIE1931 (72 %) test standards.
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Resolution specications
Model SE2018HL SE2218HL
Horizontal scan range
Vertical scan range
Maximum preset resolution
30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)
56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic)
1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz
56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic)
1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
Electrical specications
Model
Video input signals
Synchronization
input signals
AC input voltage/
frequency/current
Inrush current
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
Analog RGB: 0.7 V ± 5 %, 75 Ω input impedance
Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations,
polarity-free TTL level,
SOG (Composite SYNC on green)
100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz / 1.0 A (typical)
30 A (120 V AC Input)
60 A (240 V AC Input)
Supported Video Modes
Model
Video input signals 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
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Preset display modes
The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size
and centering:
SE2018HL
Display Mode
Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz)
VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3
VESA, 640 x 480
VESA, 640 x 480
VESA, 800 x 600
VESA, 800 x 600
VESA, 1024 x 768
VESA, 1024 x 768
VESA, 1152 x 864
VESA,
1280 x
1024
VESA,
1280 x
1024
VESA, 1600 x 900
31.5 59.9 25.2
37.5 75.0 31.5
37.9 60.3 40.0
46.9 75.0 49.5
48.4 60.0 65.0
60.0 75.0 78.8
67.5
64.0
80.0
55.5
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
75.0
60.0
75.0
60.0
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
108.0
108.0
135.0
97.8
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal /Vertical)
-/+
-/-
-/+/+
+/+
-/-
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/-
SE2218HL
Display Mode
Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz)
VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3
VESA, 640 x 480
VESA, 640 x 480
VESA, 800 x 600
VESA, 800 x 600
VESA, 1024 x 768
VESA, 1024 x 768
VESA, 1152 x 864
VESA, 1280 x1024
VESA, 1280 x1024
VESA, 1600 x 900
VESA, 1920 x1080
31.5 59.9 25.2
37.5 75.0 31.5
37.9 60.3 40.0
46.9 75.0 49.5
48.4 60.0 65.0
60.0 75.0 78.8
67.5
64.0
80.0
60.0
67.5
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
75.0
60.0
75.0
60.0
60.0
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
108.0
108.0
135.0
108.0
148.5
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal /Vertical)
-/+
-/-
-/+/+
+/+
-/-
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
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Physical characteristics
Model
Connector type
Signal cable type
NOTE:
are shipped with your monitor. As Dell does not have control over the dierent
cable suppliers in the market, the type of material, connector and process used
to manufacture these cables, Dell does not guarantee video performance on
cables that are not shipped with your Dell monitor.
Dimensions
(with stand):
Height
Width
Depth
Dimensions
(without stand):
Height
Width
Depth
Stand
dimensions:
Height
Width
Depth
Weight:
Weight with
packaging
Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with the video cables that
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
15-pin D-subminiature (Black connector)
Analog: D-Sub, 15 pins
SE2018HL
368.9 mm (14.52 in.)
471.5 mm (18.56 in.)
162.0 mm (6.38 in.)
SE2018HL
275.4 mm (10.84 in.)
471.5 mm (18.56 in.)
51.5 mm (2.03 in.)
SE2018HL
156.0 mm (6.14 in.)
215.0 mm (8.46 in.)
162.0 mm (6.38 in.)
SE2018HL
3.60 kg (7.94 lb)
SE2218HL
396.7 mm (15.62 in.)
512.2 mm (20.17 in.)
171.0 mm (6.73 in.)
SE2218HL
303.7 mm (11.96 in.)
512.2 mm (20.17 in.)
50.5 mm (1.99 in.)
SE2218HL
177.0 mm (6.97 in.)
227.0 mm (8.94 in.)
171.0 mm (6.73 in.)
SE2218HL
4.23 kg (9.33 lb)
With stand
assembly and
cables
Weight without
stand assembly
(For wall mount
or VESA mount
considerations
- no cables)
Weight of stand
assembly
2.97 kg (6.54 lb)
2.26 kg (4.98 lb)
0.41 kg (0.90 lb)
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3.56 kg (7.85 lb)
2.83 kg (6.24 lb)
0.45 kg (0.99 lb)
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Environmental characteristics
Model
Temperature:
Operating
Non-operating:
Storage
Shipping
Humidity:
Operating
Non-operating:
Storage
Shipping
Altitude:
Operating
(maximum)
Non-operating
(maximum)
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
-20 °C to 60 °C (- 4 °F to 140 °F)
10% to 80% (non-condensing)
5% to 90% (non-condensing)
5,000 m (16,404 ft) max
12,191 m (40,000 ft) max
Model SE2018HL SE2218HL
Thermal dissipation
58.0 BTU/hour (maximum)
47.8 BTU/hour (typical)
81.9 BTU/hour (maximum)
68.3 BTU/hour (typical)
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Power Management Modes
If you have VESA’s DPM™ compliance display card or software installed in your PC,
the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use.
This is referred to as Power Save Mode*. If the computer detects input from the
keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes
functioning. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this
automatic power saving feature.
SE2018HL
VESA Modes
Horizontal
sync
Normal operation White 17 W (maximum)
Active-o mode White
Inactive Inactive
Switch-o O
Vertical
sync
-
Video
ActiveActive Active
Blanked
Power
indicator
(Glowing)
Power
consumption
**
14 W (typical)
Less than 0.3 W
Less than 0.3 W--
Power Consumption P
on
Total Energy Consumption(TEC)
11.98 W
38.7 kWh
SE2218HL
VESA Modes
Horizontal
sync
Normal operation White 24 W (maximum)
Active-o mode White
Inactive Inactive
Switch-o O
Power Consumption P
on
Total Energy Consumption(TEC)
Vertical
sync
-
15.5 W
49.6 kWh
Video
ActiveActive Active
Blanked
Power
indicator
(Glowing)
Power
consumption
18 W (typical)
Less than 0.3 W
Less than 0.3 W--
**
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* Zero-power consumption in o mode can only be achieved by
disconnecting the main cable from the monitor.
** Maximum power consumption with max luminance and contrast.
This document is informational only and reects laboratory erformance.
Your product may perform dierently, depending on the software,
components and peripherals you ordered and shall have no obligation to
update such information.
Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in
making decisions about electrical tolerances or otherwise. No warranty
as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied.
NOTE:
:
on
P
Power consumption of on Mode measured with reference to Energy Star
test method.
TEC: Total energy consumption in kWh measured with reference to Energy
Star test method.
The OSD will only function in the normal operation mode. When any button except
power button is pressed in Active-o mode, the following messages will be displayed:
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
There is no signal coming from your computer.
Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up.
Activate the computer and monitor to gain access to the OSD.
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Pin assignments
VGA connector
Pin Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Signal Assignment
Video-Red
Video-Green
Video-Blue
GND
Self-test
GND-R
GND-G
GND-B
DDC +5 V
GND-sync
GND
DDC data
H-sync
V-sync
DDC clock
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Plug and play capability
You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor
automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display Identication
Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so the system can
congure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are
automatic, you can select dierent settings if desired. For more information about
changing the monitor settings, see Operating your monitor.
LCD monitor quality and pixel policy
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is normal for one or more pixels
to become xed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and do not aect the
display quality or usability. For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel
Policy, see Dell Support site at www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Maintenance guidelines
Cleaning your monitor
WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable
from the electrical outlet.
CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety Instructions before cleaning the
monitor.
For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning
or handling your monitor:
To clean your screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If
possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners or
compressed air.
Use a lightly-dampened cloth to clean the monitor. Avoid using detergent of any
kind as some detergents leave a milky lm on the monitor.
If you notice white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it o with a
cloth.
Handle your monitor with care as the black-colored monitor may get scratched.
To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically
changing screen saver and turn o your monitor when not in use.
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Setting up the monitor
Connecting the stand
NOTE: The stand is not attached when the monitor is shipped from the
factory.
NOTE: The following procedure is applicable for the stand that shipped
with your monitor.
To attach the monitor stand:
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
Assemble the stand riser to stand base.
1.
a. Place the monitor stand base on a stable table top.
b. Slide the monitor stand body in the correct direction down onto the stand base
until it clicks into place.
Attach the stand assembly to the monitor.
2.
a. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion near the edge of desk.
b. Align the stand assembly bracket to the monitor groove.
c. Insert the bracket towards monitor until it locks in place.
b
SE2018HL SE2218HL
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Connecting your monitor
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,
follow the Safety Instructions.
NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same time. It is
recommended to route the cables through the cable-management slot
before you connect them to the monitor.
NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with Dell supplied inbox
cables. Dell does not guarantee the video quality and performance when
using non-Dell cables.
To connect your monitor to the computer:
Turn o your computer and disconnect the power cable.
1.
Connect VGA cable from your monitor to the computer.
2.
Connecting VGA cable
SE2018HL/SE2218HL
Organizing cables
After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See
Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment), organize all cables as shown above.
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Removing the stand
NOTE: To prevent scratches on the screen when removing the stand,
ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft and clean surface.
NOTE: The following procedure is applicable for the stand that shipped
with your monitor.
To remove the monitor stand:
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
a. Place the monitor on a soft cloth along the desk.
1.
b. Remove VESA cover to access the release button.
a. Use a long and thin screwdriver to push the release latch located in a hole just
2.
above the stand.
b. Once the latch is released, remove the base away from the monitor.
c. Press down on the quick release tab latch on the bottom of the base to separate
base from stand riser.
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Wall mounting (Optional)
(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESAcompatible base mounting kit.
Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable at table.
1.
Remove the stand.
2.
Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover.
3.
Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the LCD.
4.
Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came with the
5.
base mounting kit.
NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall-mount bracket with minimum
weight/load bearing capacity of 9.04 kg (SE2018HL)/11.32 kg (SE2218HL).
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Operating your monitor
Turning on the monitor
Press the button to turn on the monitor.
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
Using the front panel controls :
Use the control buttons at the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image being
displayed.
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
The following table describes the control buttons:
Control Buttons Description
1 2 3 4 5
1
Preset modes
2
Brightness/Contrast
3
Menu
Use this button to choose from a list of preset
modes.
For direct access to the Brightness and Contrast
menu.
To launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu, or
to access the list of items / options of a menu
item. For more information, see Accessing the
OSD menu.
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4
Exit
To exit or return to the OSD main menu.
5
Power button
(with power-status light)
To turn the monitor on or o.
Solid white light indicates the monitor is turned
on and functioning normally. Blinking white light
indicates the monitor is in power save mode.
OSD controls
Use the buttons on the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
SE2018HL / SE2218HL
1 2 3 4
Control Buttons Description
1
Up
Use the Up button to increase values or move up
in a menu.
2
3
4
Use the Down button to decrease values or move
down in a menu.
Down
Use the OK button to conrm your selection in a
menu.
OK
Use the Back button to go back to the previous
menu.
Back
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu
Accessing the OSD menu
NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or
exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes. The
changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD
menu to disappear.
Press the button to display the OSD main menu.
1.
Main Menu
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Energy Use
75% 75%
75%
Energy Use
75%
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you
2.
move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted.
To select the highlighted item on the menu press the button again.
3.
Press and button to select the desired parameter.
4.
Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the or buttons,
5.
according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
Select the to return to previous menu without accepting current settings or
6.
to accept and return to previous menu.
The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and their functions.
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Energy Use
Brightness/
Contrast
This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the
monitor in real time.
Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the
Brightness/Contrast.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Energy Use
75% 75%
Energy Use
75%
75%
Brightness
Contrast
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of the backlight.
Press the key to increase brightness and press the key
to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100).
Allows you to adjust the contrast or the degree of dierence
between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen.
Adjust brightness rst, and adjust contrast only if you need
further adjustment.
Press the key to increase contrast and press the key
to decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100).
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Auto Adjust Use this option to activate automatic setup and adjust menu.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Press to adjust the screen automatically
Press to adjust the screen automatically
Energy Use
Energy Use
The following dialog appears on a black screen as the
monitor self-adjusts to the current input:
Auto Adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the
incoming video signal. After using Auto Adjustment, you can
further tune your monitor by using the Pixel Clock (Coarse)
and Phase (Fine) controls under Display.
NOTE: Auto Adjust does not appear if you press the button
while there are no active video input signals or attached
cables.
26 │ Operating your monitor
Auto Adjustment in Progress...
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Color
Use the Color menu to adjust the monitor's color settings.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Input Color Format
Preset Modes
Reset Color
Input Color Format
Preset Modes
Reset Color
Energy Use
RGB
Standard
Energy Use
RGB
Standard
Input Color
Format
Allows you to set the video input mode to RGB or YPbPr.
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Preset
Modes
Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz
Input Color Format
Preset Modes
Reset Color
Input Color Format
Preset Modes
Reset Color
Energy Use
Standard
ComfortView
Multimedia
Warm
Cool
Custom Color
Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Energy Use
Standard
ComfortView
Multimedia
Warm
Cool
Custom Color
Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Standard: Load the monitor's default color settings. This is
the default preset mode.
ComfortView: Decreases the level of blue light emitted from
the screen to make viewing more comfortable for your eyes.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of eye strain and neck/arm/back/
shoulders pain from using the monitor for long periods of time,
we suggest that you:
Set the screen about 20~28 in. (50~70 cm) from your eyes.
Blink frequently to moisten or lubricate your eyes.
Take regular 20-minute breaks every two hours.
Look away from your monitor and gaze at a distant object at
20 feet away for at least 20 seconds during the breaks.
Perform stretches to relieve tension in the neck/arm/back/
shoulders during the breaks.
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications.
Warm: Increases the color temperature. The screen
appears warmer with a red/yellow tint.
Cool: Decreases the color temperature. The screen appears cooler
with a blue tint.
Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings.
Press the and keys to adjust the Red, Green, and Blue values
and create your own preset color mode.
Reset Color Resets your monitor's color settings to the factory defaults.
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Display Use the Display menu to adjust the monitor's display settings.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Aspect Ratio
Horizontal Position
Vertical Position
Sharpness
Pixel Clock
Phase
Reset Display
Energy Use
Wide 16:9
50
50
50
50
50
Aspect
Ratio
Horizontal
Horizontal
Position
Position
Vertical
Position
Sharpness
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Aspect Ratio
Horizontal Position
Vertical Position
Sharpness
Pixel Clock
Phase
Reset Display
Energy Use
Wide 16:9
50
50
50
50
50
Adjust the image ratio to Wide 16:9, 4:3 or 5:4.
NOTE: Wide 16:9 adjustment is not required at maximum
preset resolution 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for
SE2218HL).
Use or to move image left and right.
Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).
Use the or to move image up and down.
Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).
This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use
or to adjust the sharpness from 0 to 100.
Pixel Clock The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your
monitor to your preference. Use or buttons to adjust for
best image quality.
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Phase
Reset
Display
Energy
If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment,
use the Pixel Clock (coarse) adjustment and then use Phase (ne),
again.
Select this option to restore default display settings.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Power Button LED
Reset Energy
Power Button LED
Reset Energy
Energy Use
On During Active
Energy Use
On During Active
Power
Button
LED
Reset
Energy
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Allows you to set the power LED indicator on or o during active to
save energy.
Select this option to restore default Energy settings.
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Menu
Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD such
as, the languages of the OSD, the amount of time the menu
remains on screen, and so on.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Language
Transparency
Timer
Lock
Reset Menu
Language
Transparency
Timer
Lock
Reset Menu
Energy Use
English
20
20 s
Unlock
Energy Use
English
20
20 s
Unlock
Language
Allows you to set the OSD display to one of eight languages:
English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese,
Russian, Simplied Chinese, or Japanese.
Transparency
Timer
Allows you to adjust the OSD background from opaque to transparent.
Allows you to set the time for which the OSD remains active
after you press a key on the monitor.
Use the and keys to adjust the slider in 1 second
increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Lock
Reset Menu Select this option to restore default menu settings.
Controls user access to adjustments. When Lock is selected,
no user adjustments are allowed. All keys are locked except
key.
NOTE: When the OSD is locked, pressing the menu key takes you
directly to the OSD settings menu, with 'OSD Lock' pre-selected on
entry. Press and hold key for 6 seconds to unlock and allow user
access to all applicable settings.
Personalize
Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys and power
LED indicator function.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Shortcut Key 1
Shortcut Key 2
Reset Personalization
Shortcut Key 1
Shortcut Key 2
Reset Personalization
Energy Use
Preset Modes
Brightness / Contrast
Energy Use
Preset Modes
Brightness / Contrast
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Shortcut
Key 1
User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto
Adjust", "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Shortcut Key 1
Reset Personalization
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Shortcut Key 1
Reset Personalization
Energy Use
Preset Modes
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Aspect Ratio
Energy Use
Preset Modes
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Aspect Ratio
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Shortcut
Key 2
User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto
Adjust", "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
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Shortcut Key 1
Reset Personalization
Energy Use
Preset Modes
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Aspect Ratio
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Icon DescriptionMenu and
Submenus
Reset
Personalization
Others
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
Shortcut Key 1
Reset Personalization
Energy Use
Preset Modes
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Aspect Ratio
Allows you to restore shortcut key to the default setting.
Dell SE2018HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
DDC/CI
LCD Conditioning
Reset Others
Factory Reset
Energy Use
Enable
Disable
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz
Dell SE2218HL
Brightness / Contrast
Auto Adjust
Color
Display
Energy
Menu
Personalize
Others
Resolution: 1280 x 1024, 60Hz
Maximum: 1600 x 900, 60Hz
Energy Use
DDC/CI
LCD Conditioning
Reset Others
Factory Reset
Enable
Disable
Maximum: 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
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DDC/CI
DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows a software
on your computer to adjust the monitor display settings like the
brightness, color balance etc.
Enable (Default): Optimizes the performance of your
monitor and provides a better customer experience.
Disable: Disables the DDC/CI option and the following
message appears on the screen.
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled.
Do you wish to disable DDC/CI function?
No
Yes
LCD
Conditioning
Reset Other
Factory
Reset
This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention. If an
image appears to be stuck on the monitor, select LCD Conditioning
to help eliminate any image retention. Using the LCD Conditioning
feature may take some time. LCD Conditioning feature cannot remove
severe cases of image retention or burn-in.
NOTE: Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience a problem
with image retention.
The below warning message appears once user selects
“Enable" LCD Conditioning.
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
The feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention.
Depending on the degree of image retention, the program may take
some time to run.
Do you wish to continue?
No
Yes
Select this option to restore default other settings, such as
DDC/CI.
Resets all OSD settings to the factory preset values.
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OSD Messages
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the
following message:
Dell SE2018HL
The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please
change your input timing to 1600 x 900, 60Hz or any other monitor
listed timing as per the monitor speccications.
Dell SE2218HL
The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please
change your input timing to 1920 x 1080, 60Hz or any other monitor
listed timing as per the monitor specications.
This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is
receiving from the computer. See Monitor Specications for the horizontal and
vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is
1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL).
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You will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled.
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled.
Do you wish to disable DDC/CI function?
No
Yes
When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message appears:
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
Entering Power Save Mode
Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the
OSD.
If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will
appear depending on the selected input:
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
There is no signal coming from your computer.
Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up.
If VGA cable is not connected, a oating dialog box as shown below appears. The
monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 5 minutes if left at this state.
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
No VGA Cable
?
The display will go into Power Save Mode in 5 minutes.
www.dell.com/support/monitors
See Solving Problems for more information.
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Setting the Maximum Resolution
For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set
the display resolution to 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL) pixels by
performing the following steps:
In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1:
For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop.
1.
Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution.
2.
Click the dropdown list of the screen resolution and select 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or
3.
1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL).
In Windows 10:
Right-click on the desk top and click Display Settings.
1.
Click Advanced Display Settings.
2.
Click the drop-down menu under Resolution and select 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or
3.
1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL).
Click Apply.
4.
If you do not see 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL) as an option, you
may need to update your graphics driver.
Please choose the scenario below that best describes the computer system you are using,
and follow the provided
• If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access
• If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card
If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access
1.
Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest
driver for your graphics card.
2.
After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to
1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL) again.
NOTE:
If you are unable to set the resolution to 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL)
or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL), please contact Dell to inquire about a
graphics adapter that supports these resolutions.
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If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card
In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1:
1.
For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop.
2.
Right-click on the desktop and click Personalization.
3.
Click Change Display Settings.
4.
Click Advanced Settings.
5.
Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window
(e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).
6.
Please refer to the graphics card provider website for updated driver (for example,
http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ).
7.
After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to
1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL) again.
In Windows 10:
Right-click on the desktop and click Display Settings.
1.
Click Advanced display settings.
2.
Click Display adapter properties.
3.
Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window
4.
(e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).
Please refer to the graphics card provider website for updated driver (for example,
5.
http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ).
After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to
6.
1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL) again.
NOTE:
If you are unable to set the resolution to 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL)
or 1920 x 1080 (for SE2218HL), please contact the manufacturer of your
computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support
the video resolution of 1600 x 900 (for SE2018HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for
SE2218HL) .
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Using tilt
Tilt
With the stand assembly, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable
viewing angle.
5° typical 21° typical
NOTE: The monitor stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from
the factory.
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Troubleshooting
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,
follow the Safety Instructions.
Self-test
Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is
functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the monitor
screen remains dark, run the monitor self-test by performing the following steps:
1.
Turn o both your computer and the monitor.
2.
Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
3.
Turn on the monitor.
The floating dialog box should appear on-screen (against a black background) if the
monitor cannot sense a video signal and is working correctly. While in self-test mode, the
power LED remains white. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs
shown below will continuously scroll through the screen.
Dell SE2018HL/SE2218HL
No VGA Cable
?
The display will go into Power Save Mode in 5 minutes.
www.dell.com/support/monitors
4.
This box also appears during usage, if the video cable is disconnected or damaged. The
monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 5 minutes if left at this state.
5.
Turn o your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and
the monitor.
If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check
your video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning properly.
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Built-in diagnostics
Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the
screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your
monitor, or with your computer and video card.
1 2 3 4 5
NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is
unplugged and the monitor is in self-test mode.
To run the built-in diagnostics:
Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).
1.
Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then
2.
goes into the self-test mode.
Press and hold the Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2
3.
seconds. A gray screen appears.
Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.
4.
Press the Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.
5.
Inspect the display for any abnormalities.
6.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, black, white and text screens.
7.
The test is complete when the Text screen appears. To exit, press the
Button 4 again.
If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in
diagnostic tool,the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card
and computer.
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Common problems
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems
you might encounter and the possible solutions:
Common Symptoms
No Video/Power LED o
No Video/Power LED on
Poor focus
Shaky/Jittery video
Missing pixels
Stuck-on pixels
Brightness problems
Geometric distortion
Horizontal/Vertical lines
Possible Solutions
Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is
properly connected and secure.
Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other
electrical equipment.
Ensure that the power button is pressed.
Increase brightness and contrast controls using the OSD.
Perform monitor self-test feature check.
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
Eliminate video extension cables.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
Check environmental factors.
Relocate the monitor and test in another room.
Cycle power On-o.
Pixel that is permanently o is a natural defect that can occur in LCD
technology.
For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy,
see Dell Support site at:
www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Cycle power On-o.
Pixel that is permanently o is a natural defect that can occur in LCD
technology.
For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell
Support site at:
www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
Perform monitor self-test feature check and determine if these lines are
also in self-test mode.
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
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Synchronization
problems
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the scrambled
screen appears in self-test mode.
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
Restart the computer in safe mode.
Safety related issues
Intermittent problems
Image retention from a static
image left on the monitor for
a long period of time
Do not perform any troubleshooting step.
Contact Dell immediately.
Try dierent Preset Modes in Color settings OSD. Adjust R/G/B value
in Custom Color in Color settings OSD.
Change the Input Color Format to RGB or YPbPr in the Color settings
OSD.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
Use the Power Management feature to turn o thr monitor all times
when not in use (for more information, see Power management modes.
Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver.
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Product-specic problems
Specic Symptoms
Screen image is too small
Cannot adjust the monitor
with the buttons on the
bottom of the panel
No input signal when user
controls are pressed
The picture does not ll the
entire screen
Possible Solutions
Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display settings OSD.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
Turn o the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, and then turn
on the monitor.
Check the signal source. Ensure the computer is not in standby or sleep
mode by moving the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard.
Check if the video cable is plugged in properly. Disconnect and reconnect
the video cable if necessary.
Reset the computer or video player.
Due to dierent video formats (aspect ratio) of DVDs, the monitor may
display in full screen.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
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Appendix
Safety instructions
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those
specied in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical
hazards, and/or mechanical hazards.
For information on safety instructions, see the Product Information Guide.
FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information
For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance
website located at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Contact Dell
For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355).
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can nd
contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or
Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be
available in your area.
To get online Monitor support content:
Visit www.dell.com/support/monitors.
1.
To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
Visit www.dell.com/support.
1.
Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at
2.
the bottom of the page.
Click Contact Us on the left side of the page.
3.
Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
4.
Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.
5.
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